SEGA Talk #163: Tokyo Joypolis Review (2025)

On this SEGA Talk, Barry takes a visit to Tokyo Joypolis and shares his full day of fun playing games, eating food and getting yelled at by staff! Is SEGA’s last standing theme park a Joy? Watch and find out on SEGA Talk!

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SEGA News Bits Live: Ecco the Dolphin REVIVAL and Sonic X DC Toys ANNOUNCED

On this SEGA News Bits Live, Barry talks about a new Ecco game, the Sonic x DC toys coming from Jakks Pacific and a newly translated Sonic interview from 1991!

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SONIC WEEKLY: What Ages Well?

This week, Grant is owning up to bad takes from the past while creating brand new ones in the present, Bo describes good dates and bad hats, and David is excited about OutRun and has a great idea for the future of Chao merchandise. And, as always, we cover the week’s news about Sonic, Rings of Saturn, and answer some mailbag questions too.

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SEGA Talk #162: Sonic Forces (2017)

Dive into the war-torn world of Sonic Forces with us on this week’s SEGA Talk! We dissect Eggman’s global takeover, the rise of Infinite, and the customizable Avatar. Was this ambitious project a triumph or a trainwreck? We explore the game’s development, story, and the controversial inclusion of Classic Sonic. Plus, we delve into the DLC, the marketing hype, and ask: could this game have been a true Sonic masterpiece? Join George and Barry as they unpack the highs and lows of Sonic Forces!

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SEGA Talk #161: Q&A Mail Bag – Your Questions Finally Answered

We’ve hit episode 161, and to celebrate, we’re diving deep into your burning SEGA questions with our first-ever Q&A episode! That’s right, we’ve opened up the Patreon and social media mailbag to tackle everything you’ve been wanting to know. Join George and Barry as they discuss what sparked their SEGA fandom (hint: think arcade glory and 3D revivals!), hypothetical new SEGA consoles, dream franchise revivals, the best (and worst!) SEGA games, and musch more!

We’ll also tackle some serious topics, like the potential for a new SEGA classics collection, and some fun ones, like Barry’s Sonic plushie count! Tune in for a fun, insightful, and thoroughly entertaining episode of SEGA Talk!

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SEGA Talk #159: SEGA Accessories Part 2

Plug in and power up for the second installment of our deep dive into the wild world of SEGA accessories! This episode takes you on a nostalgic journey through the best, the weirdest, and the most innovative add-ons for the Game Gear, Saturn, and Dreamcast. From the must-have Virtua Stick and Virtua Gun to the quirky Samba de Amigo maracas and the infamous Dreamcast karaoke unit, we’re breaking down the hits, misses, and hidden gems of SEGA’s hardware legacy. Whether you’re a die-hard SEGA fan or just love retro gaming, this episode is packed with insights, memories, and a few hot takes you won’t want to miss. Tune in and relive the glory days of SEGA’s most iconic accessories!

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SEGA Talk #157: Sonic and the Black Knight (2009)

On this SEGA Talk, Barry and George throw on some armor and grab some talking swords as they waggle their way through the second Storybook Wii exclusive Sonic and the Black Knight! How does this game compare to Secret Rings? What connections does the game have with Sonic Adventure 2? Is it worth a revisit? Find out on this sword swinging episode of SEGA Talk!

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SEGA Talk #156: Bulk Slash (1997)

On this SEGA Talk, we blast off into the depths of the cult classic mecha masterpiece, Bulk Slash! We’ll delve into the fascinating development history of this unique Saturn title, explore the passionate community that brought us the incredible fan translation, and pay homage to the visionary creators behind this overlooked gem.

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SEGA Talk #155: Blue Stinger (1999)

Rewind to the Dreamcast era and join us as we revisit the cult classic survival horror game, Blue Stinger. Developed by the short-lived but talented studio Climax Graphics, this forgotten gem blends thrilling action, immersive exploration, and a captivating storyline. We delve into its groundbreaking graphics, haunting sound design, and the unique challenges it presented. Tune in to discover why Blue Stinger, despite its limited audience, deserves a place in the pantheon of cult classic games.

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The SEGAbits Swingin’ Report Show LIVE: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Review

Happy Sonic the Hedgehog 3 release day! The movie that brings the events of Sonic Adventure 2 to the big screen is here, and Barry shares his thoughts on the movie in an hour long spoiler heavy review! Oh yes, I’m Barry. I’m typing this and referring to myself in the third person.

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SEGA Talk #154: Border Break (2009)

Welcome to SEGA Talk! Today, we’re diving into the high-octane world of Border Break. We’ll explore the epic battles, the customizable robots, and the passionate community behind this beloved game. Join us as we revisit the legacy of this mostly overlooked SEGA-AM2 classic!

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SEGA Talk #153: SEGA Accessories Part 1 (1984-1994)

This time on SEGA Talk we take a deep dive talking about our favorite, worse and most innovative SEGA Accessories starting from SEGA SG-1000 through the SEGA Genesis for this first part episode of SEGA Talk.

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SEGA News Bits Live: New Sonic 3 Trailer, Song and Merch

Sonic 3 is almost here! The marketing machine is in full gear with new trailers, songs and merch! On this SEGA News Bits Live, Barry takes a look at the trailer, talks about Jelly Roll’s new song “Run It” and discusses new merch reveals.

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SEGA Talk #152: Jet Set Radio Inspired Games

SEGA Talk dives deep into the world of games inspired by the iconic Jet Set Radio, we will look at over 15 games which include student projects, indie titles and of course Bomb Rush Cyberfunk!

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